Complaint
May 28, 2026
8 recorded violations
Official wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s notes
MUST PROVIDE AN OPERATIONAL INTERNAL THERMOMETER INSIDE THE SEAFOOD DISPLAY COOLER.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
REAR TWO DOOR DELIVERY ENTRANCE IN THE REAR HALLWAY WITH AND OPEN 1/2 INCH GAP ON THE BOTTOM THRESHOLD AND TORN RUBBER STRIPPING. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SEAL.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
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SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
ALL STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE SUSHI PREP AND REAR HALLWAY MUST BE ELEVATED FROM THE FLOORS.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST NOT USE PLASTIC WRAP AS A FOOD PREP SURFACE IN THE PANINI PRESS PREP AREA OR PAPER AS A LINER FOR THE DRYING RACK ON THE DELI THREE COMPARTMENT SINK OR UNDER THE SAME SINK.----NOTED PEELING PLASTIC ON THE MEAT DEPT METAL PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
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TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector’s notes
NOTED BOTH HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE WOMAN'S WASHROOM WITH EXCESSIVE LIME AND GREEN SLIME SUBSTANCE ON THE INTERIOR AND ON THE BACK SPLASH OF SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE/CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
FLOOR UNDER THE TWO COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE SANDWICH PREP AREA, BEHIND THE ICE MACHINES AND UNDER THE DISH ROOM THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH DEBRIS AND POOLING LIQUID. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER STATE APPROVAL FOR THE IN-HOUSE TRAINING OF EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
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ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s notes
NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN STATE APPROVAL FOR THE IN-HOUSE TRAINING OF EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 28, 2026 · Original Source